Manchester United are working on their first official offer for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, though they must move quickly to beat Newcastle.

Manchester United are set to do battle with Newcastle over a move for Benjamin Sesko, but the Magpies have already launched a bid for the RB Leipzig striker, leaving Ruben Amorim to play catch up

Manchester United are lining up their first offer for Benjamin Sesko after Newcastle started what RB Leipzig hope will become a “bidding war” for the striker. Newcastle have tabled an offer worth £69.8million including add-ons and United are said to be ready to match that bid after fresh talks with Leipzig over the weekend.

As Manchester United continue to be linked with a move for Benjamin Sesko, another transfer which may have derailed their efforts is now not happening

Manchester United are willing to sell Rasmus Hojlund for £30 million, according to BBC Sport.The Red Devils are in the market for a new striker and have been strongly linked with Benjamin